Upcoming Car Launches in India

 
1. Maruti Suzuki Ritz
When to expect: May 2009
Estimated Price: 4-5.5 Lakh
Splash all over the place. And I am not talking about some naughty little boy being the brat that he has always been going about his usual business and splashing muddy water everywhere. If all goes well for India 's largest auto-ma... Know more details
 
 
2. Honda Jazz
When to expect: June 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 5.5 lakh
HSCI has advanced the launch date for its premium hatchback, the Jazz, to June 2009. This is the first time that the company has spoken of concrete launch dates for this car. This much awaited hatch that shares its platform with the new Honda City is expected to be powered by a specially-developed 1... Know more details
 
3. Fiat Bravo
When to expect: Early 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 18-25 lakh (estimated)
The Fiat Bravo is Fiat's new small family car that was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in 2007. The car was designed by the Fiat style centre and Austrian automotive company Magna Steyr was involved in engineering most of the car's body and fittings.

 

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4. Chevrolet Cruze
When to expect: Mid 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 11.5-13 lakhs
Chevrolet is launching its midsize sedan, the Cruze, across the globe in 2009 replacing the Chevrolet Optra and Daewoo Lacetti, but the Cruze will slot in above the Optra in GM India's lineup. According to GM, the Cruze "was developed by a global design and engineering team and will be built in mult... Know more details
 
5. Fiat Grande Punto
When to expect: May-June 2009
Estimated Price: 5-7 Lakh
Luca di Montezemolo had reasons to be worried. Not a man to get bogged down, he took the challenge of putting Fiat back from shambles to the peak of the mountain. For this, he needed a car, a good one at that. A car that would appeal to the masses and bring in good numbers. The Grande Punto wa... Know more details
 
 
6. Hyundai i20 Diesel
When to expect: Late 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 5.75 to 7.75 lakh
After the launch of the i20 in the latter half of 2008, Hyundai will now launch the diesel version of its i20. The diesel variant has no changes in looks when compared to its petrol sibling.

 

Engine:
The diesel variant should be powered by a 1.4l CRDI engine. The 1.4l CRDI engine wil... Know more details
 
7. Hyundai Santa Fe
When to expect: Mid 2009
Estimated Price: 23-26 Lakh
SUV. One term which not many will associate the Korean giant - Hyundai with. It is that segment of the auto industry which is tantamount with big, brawny, imposing looking machines to which the word 'car' will not really be able to do justice.

 

Hyundai was one of the first to sight the growing... Know more details
 
8. Tata Indigo Vista
When to expect: Early 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 5 - 7 lakh
Tata will roll out the Indigo Vista, based on the platform of its earlier launched Indica Vista. The Indigo Vista diesel will be equipped with the 1.3l multijet engine of the Fiat Linea with Variable Geometric Turbocharger. The petrol variant of the Indigo Vista should be equipped with the 1.4l petr... Know more details
 
9. Nissan Teana
When to expect: Early 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 25 lakh
Nissan has revealed the new production version of the Teana, which is based on the design of the Intima concept revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show last year. The Teana will compete with the new Honda Accord.

 

The Teana will have a refined 2.3l V6 engine, along with luxury at its best. The Japan... Know more details
 
10. Toyota Fortuner
When to expect: September 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 20 lakh
The Land Cruiser is celebrated for being one of the very established genuine off-road vehicles the world has ever seen. And it still is. But this mean, mad machine will be yours only if you have pockets deep enough to shell out over 40 lakh of green paper, and that makes it out of reach of many. Oh,... Know more details
 
11. Nissan X-Trail
When to expect: Early 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 22-24 lakh

 

The Nissan X-Trail was originally built to give five passengers a comfortable ride. Since its launch, the X-Trail has formed a reputation for its performance and functionality. The new X-Trail looks more promising than the older one and this SUV should be more comfortable and much more fun to dr... Know more details
 
12. Volkswagen Touareg
When to expect: Mid 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 52 lakh
After the Passat and the Jetta, Volkswagen will now officially introduce the Touareg, its first SUV for the Indian car market. The Touareg is currently available as CBU under special imports and as such cannot be registered as a company car, and the delivery period is 3-3.5 months. The Touareg share... Know more details
 
13. Honda CR-V Diesel
When to expect: Late 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 22.5 - 25 lakh
With the current diesel engines being quick, silent and efficient; they are giving the petrol engines a run for their money. After manufacturing only petrol engines for decades, Honda has produced its first diesel engine to boost its sales. Honda Siel will use this engine in its CR-V to boost its sa... Know more details
 
14. Skoda Yeti
When to expect: Early 2010
Estimated Price: Rs 10 lakhs (basic model)
The 4.2 metre long, five-door vehicle has an impressive front end with a ribbed grille and stylish headlamps.  It has a robust and solid look on 17-inch wheels, whilst its fresh styling and high seating position enable the Yeti to exude lightness rather than looking bulky.

 

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15. Maruti Suzuki SX4 Diesel
When to expect: Late 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 7.5 - 8.5 lakh
Maruti Suzuki's men were back in the form of the SX4 with a 1.6l engine powering the car with 101 horses. The SX4 design is suitable for Indian roads with its high ground clearance and 15-16 inch tyres. After the huge success of the diesel variants of the Swift and Dzire over their respective petrol... Know more details
 
16. Nissan Murano
When to expect: Late 2009
Estimated Price: Rs 35-40 lakh
The name 'Murano' originates from the region of Venice, Italy which is known for hand blown glass production. The Murano was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award for 2003 and even named the best premium mid-size SUV by AutoPacific.

 

The Murano, when launched, will be one of...